FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

JERSEY CITY – Mayor Jerramiah T. Healy, Municipal Council, and the Division of Cultural Affairs host the annual Summerfest Concert Series, the annual Jazz for Lunch Music Series, Free Concerts at the MLK Hub, and the Summer Dance Fest Series during the months of July through August.

“From enjoying the pierâ€s scenic backdrop, to Liberty State Parkâ€s view of the Manhattan skyline, to the MLK evening celebration, mixed with the finest local musicians, this will be an exciting time to be in Jersey City,” said Mayor Healy. “Residents and visitors donâ€t have to spend a lot of money on vacations and travel far for a fun-filled summer. Staying local and taking advantage of everything that is right in our backyard, is the way to go.”

Sponsored by the Department of Health & Human Services/Division of Cultural Affairs, the Jersey City Economic Development Corporation and the Jersey City UEZ Program, the summer concerts and events showcase Jersey Cityâ€s finest local talents.

Kicking off the summer entertainment lineup are the Free Concerts at the MLK Hub, which are held every Friday from 6:00pm – 8:00pm, June 22^nd through August 24^th.

Date Artist Music Type

TBA Don Carter Jazz

Friday, July 13 AM-PM Band Pop/R&B

Friday, July 20 Harvest Dance Band R&B

Friday, July 27 A Class Act R&B

Friday, August 3 Ambrosia R&B

Friday, August 10 Gordon James Jazz

Friday, August 17 TruSol R&B

Friday, August 24 Wayne Harmon/Moneeta Music Choir Gospel

The Summerfest Concerts on the Hudson, a two month-long program that runs from July 8th through August 14^th on Sundays and Tuesdays brings more than a dozen recording artists to Jersey City and is the longest concert series in Jersey City history. The historic concert series dates back to when Liberty State Park was founded and has since grown.

Co-sponsored by Liberty House, Liberty State Park, and Friends of Liberty State Park, the shows will be held in the gardens behind the Liberty House Restaurant in Liberty State Park, the concert schedule is as followed:

JULY

Day Date Time Artist Music

Sunday 8^th 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Moonlighters** Big Band

Tuesday 10^th 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. John Christian Pop

Sunday 15^th 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Generation of Soul** R&B

*Guest Vocalist Kim Freeman

Tuesday 17^th 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. Soul Finger Pop R&B

Sunday 22^nd 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Kim Lawrence** Big Band

Don Carter

Tuesday 24^th 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. David Cedeno Latin

Sunday 29^th 5:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. Hunter Hayes R&B

Tuesday 31^st 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. Gordon James** Jazz

AUGUST

Sunday 5^th 6:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Jersey Sound Pop & Oldies

Tuesday 14^th 7:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m. NY Exception** Oldies

** DJ Omar will be providing sound and music during musical breaks of five concerts listed above.

Although parking is available at the Liberty House Restaurant, concert goers may also take the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail to Liberty State Park. The concert is held on the lawn and concert goers are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

The renovated J. Owen Grundy Pier at Exchange Place not only boasts breathtaking views, but this summer will feature free concerts at during the Jazz for Lunch Music Series and the Summer Dance Fest which will run in July and August.

Co-sponsored by Goldman Sachs, the Jazz for Lunch Music Series features jazz, rhythm and blues, and gospel music from Thursdays from 12:00 Noon – 2:00 p.m.

DATE ARTIST

July 12 David Robinson

July 19 Linda Ipanema

July 26 Leisa Brown w/ AM PM Band

August 2 Rumba y Fuego

August 9 Rich Reiter

August 16 Bryan Beninghove

August 23 Ginettaâ€s Vendetta

August 30 Mohammad Bilal

In its third year, the Summer Dance Fest Series which will be held every Thursday evening at 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. from July 12^th – August 9^th. The dance series, facilitated by the Kennedy Dancers, Inc., is open to the public and features live performances. The classes are interactive with the audience and everyone is encourage to participate. For more information, please call: 201-659-2190. Last year, there mini salsa, hip hop and Zumba classes were featured

All events are FREE and open to the public. For more information on the upcoming summer events, contact the Division of Cultural Affairs at 201-547-6921.

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Jersey City Armory to play host to Jersey City’s own Pro team The Jersey Express

The Jersey Express Professional Basketball Team, is proud to call Jersey City home! The Express will be playing its home games at the National Guard Jersey City Armory, located at 678 Montgomery Street, for the upcoming American Basketball Association (ABA) Season.

The Express comes to town with Jersey City written all over it! Jersey City’s own; Terry Dehere, former player for St. Anthony’s High School, Seton Hall University, and an NBA 1st round draft pick of the LA Clippers, takes over as Head Coach. Luther Wright, former Seton Hall star and 1st round draft pick of the Utah Jazz, acts as Big Man Coach. For those players looking to go overseas, or maybe even have aspirations on playing in the NBA, here’s an opportunity to play for those who have been…where you want to go! Player instruction and exposure will be at its highest.

The Express’s growing roster features; Dexter Gray, 6’8 forward, Zahir Carrington, 6’9 forward, Darren Travis, 6’5 guard, Sedale Walton, 6’1 guard, and Darrell Braswell, 6’1 guard. Additional players can be seen by logging onto: www.jerseyexpress.net. The completed roster will not be posted, until after the Final open player tryout, scheduled for October 15th, 2011, at 12pm at James J. Ferris High School, 35 Colgate Street, Jersey City, NJ. To register, please log onto the Jersey Express website.

“I’d like to thank Jersey City Mayor Jerramiah Healy for his support, and commitment to the success of the team,” said Jersey Express Owner, Marsha Blount. “We look forward to Mayor Healy opening the new season for us on opening night, and we look forward to continuing our involvement in the city, with several upcoming community events and back to school initiatives.”

Recently, Terry Dehere’s All Star Classic, featured the Express and our entertainment division by putting on a courtside music concert, to show the public that attending a Jersey Express game will also feature LIVE pre-game and half-time entertainment. With the NBA currently in the midst of a lockout, the ABA is stronger than ever, and New Jersey’s own Jersey Express will feature exciting, high-scoring, fun-filled family entertainment, at affordable prices. Enjoy a night out at an Express game, for less than the price of a movie ticket! Opening night is Saturday, November 19th @ 7pm.

SEASON TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!!! General Admission Season Tickets are ONLY $105 – VIP Floor Season Tickets (includes meal, and concierge service) are ONLY $525 for 15 regular season home games. Individual game tickets are ONLY $10, and you’re encouraged to bring a child for only $5. Season ticket holders will be invited to attend an opening night pre-game autograph session with the players and coaches.

Become one of the MIGHTY 100! WE’RE LOOING FOR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES, TO BECOME APART OF OUR COMMUNITY’S MIGHTY 100 LOGO SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM. Contact Jeff Brown for more information @ 732-904-4465, or e-mail: jbrown@jerseyexpress.net. We have Sponsorship Opportunities to fit ANY budget.

Mayor Healy’s Jersey City PSA, with Team Owner Marsha Blount, can be seen @ http://www.jc1tv.com/. For more information on the Jersey Express, please log onto http://www.jc1tv.com/. Join our Jersey Express Professional Basketball ‘Official’ Fan Page on FB, or follow us on Twitter @jerseyexpress.

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